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Review - Boots Botanics Complexion Refining Clay Mask

Mar 26, 2014

I have combination skin with oily T-zone and wear waterproof sunscreen all year round, so it is always a bit congested.
I can't really say my skin is all that fussy meaning it is okay most of the time but it will certainly show it's not happy if neglected.
Weekly treatment with deep cleansing mask seems to be the easiest solution to prevent the occasional skin tantrums, so I have gone through many tubes of wash-off type clay masks.

Boots Botanics Complexion Refining Clay Mask is the one that I bought most recently.
(I actually have this on as I am writing this review. ;p)

Boots Botanics Complexion Refining Clay Mask

I like Boots toners and cleansers so I figured they make good skincare basics like facial mask, plus it was on sale at the time.

I thought it was pretty affordable being under $10, but later on I realized it was a tiny 1.7 oz tube. Hmmm.

Boots Botanics Complexion Refining Clay Mask works to "draw out the deep-rooted impurities" with white clay and rosemary extract. On top of the clarifying action, it also works to reduce oil.
(Well, it sucks up everything, I guess.)

It has the creamy yet thin consistency.

And it applies very evenly without clumping unlike some of the clay based masks.

The ingredients are relatively simple but I feel the strong alcohol when I put on this mask. The alcohol is indeed on top of the list. It is not paraben-free, either.
On the other hand, this mask doesn't smell perfume-y although it is not fragrance-free.

Complexion Refining Clay Mask works rather fast.
Soon I see the usual dots on the oily area and I'm unable to speak or laugh cause the mask hardens up quickly.
(BTW, why do I always want to sing or eat as soon as I slap some mask on? It is a mystery to me.)
It washes away easily with washcloth and of course, leaves my skin very very clean, maybe a little too clean.
In fact, the deep cleansing effect is outstanding!
Now my skin is less oily so I feel maybe I need to use this only on my T-zone, but the squeaky clean feeling is a bit addictive thing, too.

Overall, I like this mask especially since I was breakout free during my last PMS and I suspect it was the mask's doing (but one can never know, so I suspect).
I do think this high alcohol content is something to avoid for some and it is maybe too drying even for me who can thoroughly benefit from masks of the kind.

I will probably repurchase but I am also curious about other deep cleansing masks from the brand.
Surprisingly, there are quite a few varieties that Boots offer.

28 comments

This mask sounds like a winner. I've had a positive experience with the few Boots products I've tried like their 4 in 1 wipes and Intensive Moisture Mask. My go to deep cleansing mask is GlamGlow Supermud. I have to avoid masking when my husband is around cause he almost always tries to crack me up.

I do enjoy Zutto's ambiance but the ramen a little less. Their buns are good though. I just ate at Noodle Village with my mom the other night :) The Devilish Ramen is too spicy for me but my husband likes it.

I'm sorry to hear that, Monika (and thank you for being so generous! ^-^)I usually don't have problem with alcohol as long as it doesn't burn my eyes, which is not the case with this one.It is a bit drying even for me, so I think it is wise to stay away from it if you have dry skin. :)

Im glad you had a better experience with this clay mask or maybe they've changed the formula as I found it super drying on my skin :( i always reach for a mask when i get hormonal breakouts too, my fav is Origins out of trouble - so gentle and effective.

I am always up for good cleansing masks as my skin is war zone. Where do you buy it from? Target?As far as having to stay put for masks, my husband seems to think that it is his mission to make me laugh while I have masks on.

Target should have it, but I usually order drugstore stuff from drugstore.com. There is not Target or Walmart near me and the local drugstores are very expensive with limited selections!And LoL at your hubby. Boys are the same! ;D

I have quite a few deep cleansing masks that I rotate but I love them equally because they all share the same added benefit: cooling. The temperature here has been sky high and sometimes I apply these masks just to feel the cooling sensation hahaha =.=

That's great to hear Lena! That it may have prevented a breakout! I personally have only one clay liquid mask from the face shop but it has been ignored! I've been very interested in the charcoal one from boots but have held back on any more products like this as I find that more drying than helpful with my skin type now! I'm glad it worked very well for you!